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Enugu Air to launch regional route to Douala Sept 23
Enugu Air is set to mark a major milestone in its operational expansion by launching its first international service, connecting Akanu Ibiam International Airport (ENU) in Enugu directly to Douala International Airport (DLA) in Cameroon, starting September 23, 2026.
Announcing the development, Enugu Air Chief Operating Officer Mr Ugonna Agubuokwu said the new route is designed to connect businesses, families, and commercial opportunities across West and Central Africa.
“This is more than the introduction of a new route; it is about creating stronger connections between Nigeria and Cameroon and making regional travel more accessible, convenient, and seamless for our passengers,” Agubuokwu said.
According to him, the initial flight schedule will see the airline operate two weekly frequencies on Mondays and Wednesdays using its Embraer E170 aircraft.
The Enugu–Douala link establishes a direct aerial bridge connecting the commercial hubs of South-Eastern Nigeria with Central Africa, offering traders and business travellers a much-needed alternative to traditional, multi-leg transit through Lagos or tedious overland routes.
Beyond point-to-point travel, Enugu Air is also positioning Enugu as a strategic transit hub by marketing seamless onward connections to Douala for passengers originating from major domestic hubs, including Lagos and Abuja.
Outlining the flight schedules, Agubuokwu revealed that services from Enugu will depart at 12:45 PM, arriving in Douala at 1:45 PM. The return leg from Douala is scheduled to leave at 2:30 PM and touch down in Enugu at 3:30 PM.
“The timing has been optimised so that passengers can conveniently connect from Lagos and Abuja. For business, for opportunity, and for the connections that matter, Africa is closer than you think,” he added.
Driven by Governor Peter Mbah’s aggressive economic expansion agenda, this launch marks the state-backed carrier’s strategic transition from a purely domestic operator—currently serving routes such as Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Kano, Asaba, Benin City, Owerri, and Warri—into a full-fledged regional airline.
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The route requires significant weather stability in both locations. My experience in logistics shows that ground handling delays often affect the entire journey.